While Trends may come and go there’s one design style that remains a classic choice and that is timeless traditional design has a classic appeal that endures it exudes Elegance sophistication and a sense of history that results in warm and inviting spaces that never go out of style now creating a Timeless traditional space can seem a bit overwhelming there’s lots of details to consider. It can be a difficult style to execute but never fear I am going through all of the design elements of this beautiful style step by step so that you can incorporate the Timeless traditional look in your home .
Symmetry
to put an emphasis on symmetry creating symmetry is such an easy way to add instant classic appeal to a room it sets a decidedly formal tone and creates focal points and order. I personally love how creating symmetry in a room makes a room feel finished and Polished now a couple of easy ways to do this are to incorporate a pair of paintings or artwork or mirrors on each side of a fireplace or a grouping of paintings above a console table or Buffet adding a pair of lamps or even two pillars on each side of a door adorned with ferns or florals second.
Our list is to incorporate traditional architectural details examples of this could be Wayne scotting crown molding panel walls arches and columns all of these types of architectural details add a bit of
formality and history to a space so if you’re looking to add a traditional wist to your home these details create a beautiful and Timeless backdrop number three is to include classic Décor elements. This tip is an easy way to inject a bit of Timeless appeal to yourhome even if you don’t want to go all in on this style examples of Decor to include could be glass candle hurricanes woven trays ginger jars leather boxes brass candlesticks stacks of coffee table books and ceramic vases for fresh flowers number four is to embrace aneutral color scheme with pops of bold color so for walls opt for classic colors like buttery cream warm beige and tonal Tans and accent with colors like Rich red dark brown and deep Navy.
It’s really all about creating a classic shell that shows off your traditional furniture and decor in a Timeless and sophisticated way number five on our list is to choose classic upholstery
Upholstery
details proportions and fabrics when it comes to choosing upholstery go for Timeless shapes with a rolled arm like a Chesterfield or Camel Back sofa an accent with wing back or club chairs.
Add a layer of Timeless appeal to your seating groupings in addition choose upholstery Fabrics like cotton velvet and wool to make sure that your upholstery pieces will be comfortable and stylish for years to come number six is to incorporate Furniture pieces.
Furniture
with traditional Silhouettes this could be a wooden side table with spindle or barley twist legs a classic Darkwood secretary an intricately carved armoa or even a more streamlined Parson or
trestle table these Furniture Classics are always a good investment and canoften be found at antique markets for an affordable price the bottom line is you can never go wrong. When investing in a Timeless Furniture silhouetteit is something that you will enjoy and you would have in your home.
Window dressings
include window dressings in your rooms this tip covers all things window treatments from drapery panels and shears to valances and Roman Shades the key is to add that textural layer of interest to your windows and create cozy sophistication in your rooms seventh on
Classic patterns
in your home design now this could be hounds tooth a plaid a stripe a floral or even a de mask and don’t feel overwhelmed by this it can literally mean a splash of plaid on a rug or a floral patterned pillow. I am not saying to swath everything in the room in a dizzying pattern that would not be a Timeless choice just choose a classic pattern or two petite or large scale and incorporate them in easy to live with ways number eight is to opt for Timeless.
Flooring
Flooring choices this includes wooden floors in Darker wood tones Classic Tile patterns in stone and Ceramics and textural Woolen carpets and rugs making. Timeless flooring choices goes a long way in the longevity of your home so pay attention to this one if you’re getting new floors lean towards Hardwoods that are rich in tone and think about way ways to incorporate classic shapes in them like an inlaid Herring bone or paret section for tile floors stick to Timeless patterns like basket weave harleyquin running brick and octagon and Dot patterns.
When you’re choosing wall to- wall carpet or area rugs go with natural wool fibers in classic patterns number nine is to make Classic Lighting choices for your rooms this tip focuses on chandeliers sconces table and floor lamps and incorporating classic choices for each.
I love how a pair of stately Buffet lamps can instantlyelevate a room and the gathered fabric shade of a brass scon immediately makes a space feel more refined now for hanging fixtures choose classic metals like polished nickel and unlacquered. bras and if you’re feeling fancy incorporate Crystal accents into the mix the 10th and final tip on our list for
Botanicals
Creating a Timeless traditional look in your home is to bring in the Botanical there’s nothing more gracious than a billowing vase of hydranges or a rose posie perched on a side table and
incorporating flower arrangements and house plants into your home decor is always an easy. Timeless choice now friends I hope that this week’s video has inspired you to add a dash of timeless tradition I think that you will love the way that it makes your rooms and your home look .
